When “Fine” Doesn’t Feel Fine Anymore
You’ve checked all the boxes. You’ve done what you were “supposed” to do, and still find yourself wondering, “Is this as good as it gets?”
If you’re questioning your marriage, moving through a divorce, or trying to recognize yourself on the other side, you don’t need to have everything figured out today.
This is a place to tell your truth, quiet the outside noise, and begin asking yourself what you really want. It’s time to find your next best step and create a life that’s better than fine.
I support women through midlife divorce.
Thinking about leaving?
In the thick of it?
Rebuilding after the dust has settled?
Wherever you are on your divorce journey, this is your turning point.
Whether you’re here to read my blog, check out my Substack, or get deeper support with my coaching services, I’m so glad you’re here. Keep reading for my free resources and offers.
Still Deciding:
“Should I Stay or Should I Go?”
For Midlife Women
Standing at a Crossroads
The Messy Middle: When It Feels Like Your Whole Life Is Burning Down
For Midlife Women
In the Thick of It
This Time:
You’re
Choosing You
For Midlife Women
Ready to Rebuild After Divorce
Divorce Coaching
This path is for the woman who’s done second-guessing her worth.
Done shrinking.
Done pretending.
And ready to choose herself.
If you’re navigating the quiet chaos of divorce, from the “should I stay?” spiral , the messy middle, to the “WTF now?” aftermath, I’m here to walk beside you.
Let’s make this next chapter your most powerful one yet.
Making the decision whether or not to leave your marriage is painful. Whether you need clarity in your decision, you already know what's best for you and you need confidence to take the step, or you're trying to put the pieces back together after a divorce, I've got you.
I have a master’s degree in Counseling and I am a Certified Life Coach, but most importantly, I’ve been where you are.
And I've helped other women over 40 feel supported as they navigate the complexities of a midlife divorce.
From the outside, your marriage may look perfectly fine. But inside, you know something has changed and you can’t keep pretending you don’t.
Maybe you’re questioning whether you can stay. Maybe you’ve already said “I want a divorce” and now you’re drowning in guilt, fear, and everyone else’s possible reactions. Or maybe you’ve left and are wondering who the hell you are now.
Wherever you are, this is a place where your truth gets a voice without anyone telling you what you should do. You don’t need to figure out your entire life today. You just need enough space to hear yourself again, and decide what feels right for you next.
My coaching is for women in this exact place.
If we work together, we’ll meet in person or virtually 2x a month. I provide a non-judgmental, super nourishing space for you to dive head first into radical self-love, so you can focus on your needs while navigating the decision in front of you. I give you tools and practices to support you through the transition. And I lovingly give you real talk, because I’ve been there.
This coaching path supports you across the full divorce journey…before, during, and after, so you can rebuild your life with clarity, confidence, and zero apologies.
$500/month
6 month package
**I realize everyone is different and sometimes unique situations warrant customized coaching packages. Sign up for a free call below and we can figure out what's right for you.
What Women Say About Working with Karen
"I wanted to tell you how much I appreciate all you have taught me and helped me work through. I feel prepared to handle this divorce financially, mentally, and emotionally. You are a pivotal person in getting me to this place. I want to thank you so much."
— Missy, Tennessee
“The biggest achievement for me after working with you is self worth. I feel like a completely different person after working with you. You helped me transform into the person I want to be. Another big achievement is being seen. I really don't care what people think of me. That is huge for me.”
— Kelly, California
“I finally have a path forward for my life. I don't feel like I'm floundering anymore. You're going to find you've needed this level of support for a long time, you just didn't know it. It's going to open your eyes to a world WAY beyond what you wanted when you first signed up to work with Karen.”
— Lisa, Oregon
Meet Your Coach
Karen Shatafian
Divorce Coach + Life Coach for Women Over 40
I started coaching because I wanted to be the mentor I wish I had during one of the most trying periods of my life.
I’m currently building my dream life that I’ve manifested into reality, complete with 3 acres, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 10 chickens and the love of my life. But, it took me years to create this life I’m in love with. I had to unravel my own conditioning, complete with faulty patterns and habits, plus my own self doubt and limiting beliefs that kept me spinning my wheels.
I had to learn tools and get support so I could create a life that really turned me the f*ck on.
I had been letting my dreams, desires, passions and marriage, collect dust for years.
As a (recovering) people pleaser, I let the fear of what others might say or think keep me stuck in a marriage that had lost its aliveness.
I became anxious.
I felt like I had an elephant sitting on my chest.
It took years to find my voice.
I lost so much time building the courage to say the hard thing out loud, “I think I want to leave my marriage.”
I don’t want that for you!
That’s why I’ve created my own method (utilizing my BA in Psychology, MS in Counseling, and life coaching tools) to help you get UNSTUCK. To help give yourself permission to ask for more, out of your marriage and your life.
I work with motivated women just like you that want to create their lives, not settle for them.
When we work together, I'll be your sounding board, biggest hype-woman, wake-up call, and beacon in stormy times.
I’ll provide unconditional support and safety while you dig deep to discover what is keeping you in a marriage that you don’t feel seen or valued in.
I’ll teach you tools to get clear on what you really want, build your confidence, and handle all the big feelings that come along with making a big change.
I’ll help you decide what’s right for you. And that just might be staying in your marriage and revitalizing it so you can feel joy again.
Whatever you decide, I am here to support you as you get clear, get confident, and get comfortable trusting yourself again.
Life is short. There are no guarantees.
The time to be happy is now.
Not sure what kind of support you need?
Still Standing is a free 30-minute conversation for women questioning their marriages, navigating divorce, or trying to find their footing afterward.
We’ll talk briefly about what you’re carrying, where you are in the process, and whether I may be the right person to support you. This is not a full coaching session, and you do not need to arrive with a decision.